Exploring the Association of VEGF-A and ANGPTL2 with the Prognosis of Non-proliferative and Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy.

Introduction Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is a microvascular ailment that can arise from the long-term effects of diabetes mellitus. It can potentially cause retinal damage that could endanger vision and cause blindness. The worsening of DR is mainly linked to poor glycemic control, uncontrolled hypertension, and dyslipidemia.